Midwifery Associates

What is a certified nurse-midwife?

A certified nurse-midwife (CNM) is a licensed healthcare practitioner educated in nursing and midwifery. Midwives are certified by the American College of Nurse-Midwives and meet strict national standards for healthcare.

Additionally, midwives provide quality medical care with a personal touch. Their medical knowledge and specialized training allow them to have a unique understanding of a woman's physical, emotional and personal needs during all phases of pregnancy and gynecologic care.

Services include:

Annual exams

Contraceptive exams and counseling

Screening and treatment

Preconception and maternity care

Medication recommendations

Peri-menopausal and post-menopausal exams and consultation

Advantages of Using a Midwife

Commitment to enhancing the level of your care through education and natural supportive intervention

Time available to spend with you throughout pregnancy and guide you through your delivery and follow-up care

Support and encourage family involvement

Choice of alternative birthing opportunities, such as water birth

Variety of options for pain relief during labor, including an epidural